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Sunshine Apricot Sauce





Yields
Makes about 1 cup; 8 servings



Total Time
10 mins

Apricots are at their peak right now, and we love them in this fresh, sweet-tart sauce. Depending on the sweetness of your apricots, you may need to use more or less sugar.

 3 tablespoons sugar, plus more to taste
 1/2 pound apricots, pitted and cut into chunks
 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Step 1
1

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, bring sugar, 1/2 cup water, and the apricots to a simmer. Cover and cook until apricots are completely tender, about 4 minutes.

Step 2
2

Carefully transfer apricot mixture and lemon juice to a food processor and pulse until sauce is blended but still slightly chunky. Taste and add more sugar if you like. Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve warm or chilled.

Step 3
3

Make ahead: Up to 1 week; keep chilled.

Step 4
4

Note: Nutritional analysis is per 2-tbsp. serving.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

Amount per serving
Calories31
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%

Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.3mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 7.8g3%

Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Protein 0.4g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.